Marcus

by Pepper North, Robin North

Yield to the allure of Nightfall, the city’s shadowy gathering spot for the chosen.
Dare to receive a glowing white or blood moon stamp that reappears mysteriously to grant entry to the hottest club in town. Warning: The owners are ruthless as they hunt for their mates. And they're hungry.

Shivery, scary thoughts rock Carina the moment she locks eyes with Nightfall’s head of security. Danger oozes from his green eyes and scarred bulk. Something about this massively built guy makes him irresistible. Surely he’s not interested in a completely average finance specialist. How can he speak in her mind and read her secret desires?

Marcus survived hundreds of rivals in the coliseum. Violence courses through his veins. Now part of a powerful clan, his mission is to protect Nightfall's purpose and all those who gain entry to the club. No one knows the vampires’ presence here has a secret goal. When the notice comes on opening night, he will do anything to keep his special Little safe
Warning: The Nightfall Daddies are possessive, primal, and do not shy from violence. Step into their club with caution. The faint of heart may find their world disturbing.

192 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 24, 2026

About the author

Ever just gone for it? That's what USA Today Bestselling Author Pepper North did in 2017 when she posted a book for sale on Amazon without telling anyone. Thanks to her amazing fans, the support of the writing community, Mr. North, and a killer schedule, she has now written more than 150 books!

Enjoy contemporary, paranormal, dark, and erotic romances that are both sweet and steamy? Pepper will convert you into one of her loyal readers. What's coming in the future? A Daddypalooza!

Reviews

[Margaret Center · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pepper and Robin North's latest series delivers an engaging, action-driven narrative. Marcus, a vampire with a 2,000-year history, encounters Corina during the opening of Nightfall, a club managed by his clan. The prose stands out— for example, the opening scene at Nightfall is described with vivid imagery that immediately immerses the reader: "The velvet darkness pulsed with music, shadows dancing across the marble floors." Marcus's centuries-old perspective is revealed through his witty dialogue and reflective inner monologues, such as his observation, "I've seen empires rise and fall, but nothing prepares you for the hope in a single smile." Their interactions offer a compelling dynamic; the tension between Marcus and Corina not only drives the plot but also explores themes of trust and redemption, leaving readers eager to see how their relationship evolves. Anticipation is high for future installments, particularly those focusing on Titus, as the emotional stakes and character development promise even deeper exploration. The characters are distinctly memorable, and the writing team’s collaboration ensures each moment resonates both emotionally and thematically.

[Reading by Deb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Marcus was on high alert. Nightfall was opening their doors for opening night and the line was winding around the block already. After centuries of waiting, this clan has finally banded together in one place and decided to change their approach.

Through their heavy security and multi-layered entrance system, troublemakers were weeded out before getting into the main part of the club. Those who were accepted were given a wrist stamp through the final process.

He looked up in shock when he received the alert and headed straight to the dance floor. And there she stood dancing with abandon. Nightfall had found the first of the clans' fated mates.

I loved this story! It is very well written and the characters are fully developed and relatable. This is not a genre that I would usually choose to read, not being a Daddy/Little reader, but I totally enjoyed the Nightfall experience.

This book is action-packed and full of mafia and vampire violence, but also with the full Daddy experience taking care of his Little. If you are a reader of Daddy/Little books with a paranormal twist and vampire fated mates, you will love this story.

[Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Carina and her bestie Karla had an invitation to Nightfall. Looking forward to the opening night, they both found the club buzzing with energy. Marcus has been waiting many lifetimes for his mate. When Bram lets him know that she has arrived. He flies to see her. Catching sight of her brings warmth to his heart but will she understand who he truly is. The energy in the story just pulls you in. I never noticed how quickly I was devouring the story. I love the aspect of the “moon” insignia that every guest received. That was different. The vampire/daddy twist is fun and sexy. The fact that the allure was so fast was shocking. I thought it was going to build but nope. It was a BAM in the face. Carina definitely embraced it all with ease. We do have a baddy in the mix. Costa is going to be a problem for the clan but we have time. They were able to slow him down. I am looking forward to Titus’ story. He is our fun loving bartender. He definitely needs a little. I wonder what awaits with Alessia.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Karen Komarinski · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am an advanced Reader

OMG this is not your typical Vampire paranormal book and not even your typical daddy dom story. Marcus: Nightfall Daddies Book one in this series & is the brain child of PEPPER NORTH ROBIN NORTH. It is dark, sexy, full of danger, violence and Romance. A deep connection between a Dangerous Vampire Marcus and his mate/little girl Carina. She will soon find out not only is she protected & loved by Marcus, the clan his family loves and will protect her too. Now Marcus has to explain what & who he is to Carina; explain her choices; while hoping she doesn’t reject him. Carina will also discover what makes Nightfall is so important & special; why so many want to be apart of the club, while others want to destroy what they don’t understand. You will not be able to put Marcus down once you start reading & you definitely won’t be ready when it ends. I can’t believe book 2 Titus doesn’t come out until September 15, 2026. Congratulations & thank you Pepper North & Robin North.

[Joe Kendall · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this start to this new series Nightfall Daddies. Written by the amazing Pepper and Robin North.
I have read and lot of Peppers books and this ticked every box i can think of - Brilliant.
Carina is persuaded by a friend to go to a new club. Nightfall. Everything is very secret and the queues to get in are huge. Once in the door nothing is as she expected. Including the huge security guard that calls to her on every level.
Once Marcus sees Carina he knows he has found his little. He had waited many lifetimes to find her and now he is not going to let her go. He will do everything to win her over.
Add in some club rivalry and deception, heightened emotions, heat and passion.
These characters are beautifully written with great detail and care.
I highly recommend this book and authors.
Moving forward in the series there are lots of Daddies desperate to find their littles.
I look forward to reading more in this world.

[Fiona · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a story about Marcus, who is a vampire. He is overseeing the security for Nightfall, a new nightclub that is owned by vampires who are seeking their fated mates in the people attending the club. Carina Salvadore is one of the new attendees that stands out and grab the attention of Marcus when he realises that she is his mate. I’m not a big vampire fan, but this story was well written and was full of action and drama with a mafia mob, taking exception to the club, big open in his territory. There is danger for Carina but the only thing that can save her is by sticking close to Marcus, and for him to have her for eternity, he needs to turn her. This is their story! The epilogue in the book introduces the mafia mobs middle sister, who is being sent into the nightclub as a spy.

I was given an advanced copy of this book to read and I am reviewing with my honest and fair opinion.

[Marybeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the start of a new series by Pepper and Robin North. The premise is an intriguing offshoot of vampire legends: vampires open a nightclub to find mates! Some myths we all know are debunked: vampires can be up in the light of day, vampires do not shimmer (lol), vampires can eat real food (important for Little girls!). The biggest change is that vampires want Littles as their mates. The book moves at a fast pace as Marcus and his Little mate, Carina, navigate their new relationship. There is some blood (almost de rigeur for a vampire book!), gore, and violence, but it is kept at a minimum. The author writes what she does best, the relationship between a Daddy and his Little girl.

I enjoyed this book, and I'm looking forward to learning about the other vampires and their Littles as the new books come out. Great job, Pepper and Robin!

[ZJT · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sensational! An intriguing and compelling read.

An incredibly enthusiastic and dynamic start to this series. I am totally hooked. This was a hard book to put down, so I didn't.

The set up for future books is exciting, the danger and actual violence is not understated. There are some really cute tidbits of information that round out the personalities of some of the clan. There is humour, there is heat, a bit of blood, guts, and gore so consider yourself warned.

I loved that Marcus is huge and unfeeling to outsiders but to his Little girl he is a stern marshmallow. Carina will steal your heart, she is spunky, intelligent, and is a wonderful companion for a big bad vampire.

I really like the direction this series is headed. I only wish I could start on book two today.

[Karon Price · Rating 5 out of 5]

Marcus is a new series with a twist on vampire daddies. Nightfall is a club the clan is opening to find their fated mates. The club works like a charm on opening night when Marcus finds his mate, Carina. I love that these vamps aren't subject to the usual garlic and sunlight (and sparkles, LOL). There's lots of action packed scenes as well as the yummy spicy scenes. Due to this being the first book we do meet a lot of characters, but they are definitely secondary and the book focuses on the MCs and their budding relationship. Of course things move at the speed of light, but these are vamps after all. But we get the HEA we all love. I feel as if each book is going to reveal a few new things each story, and I can't wait.

[JudyAnnLovesBooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

MARCUS, the first book in Pepper and Robin North's new Nightfall Daddies series, is a thrilling start to an exciting new world. The story pulls you right into the mysterious club called Nightfall, where danger, desire, and secrets mix in the best way.

Carina is an ordinary woman who finds herself drawn to Marcus, the powerful and scarred head of security. Their connection is instant and intense, filled with both heat and heart. Marcus's protective nature and dark past make him a fascinating hero and his bond with Carina is sweet and passionate.

MARCUS is a steamy, fast paced read that leaves you eager for more. It's a great beginning to what promises to be a very interesting series. I’m giving it the judy.ann.loves.books stamp of approval, TBR and Enjoy!

[Toni L · Rating 4 out of 5]

This HEA story is the first in a new series that meshes together two genres of romance - vampire and Daddy Dom. I was actually surprised that the authors went ahead with this now, I thought that vampire romance has had its moment, even though it is undoubtedly popular. Overall I liked this story. I felt that the whole acceptance of vampires was handled quite well and making them Daddy Doms put a new spin on it. However, I think I'm just over vampires. I can accept that I found the story enjoyable, but do admit that the only reason I read Marcus is to find out how they fitted vampires and Daddy Doms together. If both of those romance tropes do it for you, you'll enjoy Marcus, but I just don't know if I'm going to bother.

[Cynkris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! I'm going to love this new series by the writing team of Pepper and Robin North! It is gritty and filled with action! Marcus is a 2000 year old vampire who has been waiting for his Little girl to appear. She does on the opening night of Nightfall, a new Nightclub owned by the Vampire clan. Corina is so sweet, and so playful. Marcus is strong and gruff...to everyone except Corina. I can NOT wait for the next book! I am hoping that Alaric is up next but won't be unhappy if it's Titus! I am looking forward to more collaborations from this husband and wife team! So well written! Such a good story with such wonderful characters!

[Sarah Poulton-Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great opener to a new DD/Lg dynamic series with the added twist of vampire daddies.

The story is set around a new nightclub Nightfall. It is alluring by design so the clan of vampires can find their mates. After 100s of years of waiting, they are hoping their exclusive club will draw their mates to them. And on opening night, this certainly works for Marcus and his mate Carina. This book introduces us to this clan of vampires and the other potential love matches to come.

If you enjoy the overprotective daddy vibe with younger age play, this is a fun story told in third person. Marcus certainly delivers on the OTT daddy front.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! What an amazing start to Pepper and Robin North's collaboration!

The world-building…excellent!
I'm not sure that all the super-natural characters will be the same.
Future books will divulge this!

Trying to find your fated mate amongst club-goers!
Is it an exercise in futility?
Or are Carina and Marcus a sign?

Action-packed.
Steamy.
No shying away from "violence."
Wonderful main and side characters.

Problems are brewing that will give the Nightfall clan a run for their money, I'm sure!

Excited to see who will be next?

[Michelle Lane · Rating 5 out of 5]

An explosive and dynamic start to this new series from Pepper (and Robin) North! Marcus is a vampire on edge, at the opening of Nightfall. With a history spanning 2,000 years, he has waited a long time for love. When he is made aware of Carina’s presence, he hurries to see her. What follows is a tale of love, romance and family. Throw in a little danger and a Daddy/Little dynamic and you have a story full of heart and wit with a plot that draws the reader in with an anticipation to see this relationship evolve and flourish.

[Ashley Carr, LSoR · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a fantastic start to a new series!! Marcus has been waiting over 2000 years for his mate/little girl to appear. As enforcer for his clan, Marcus is head of security for the clans new adventure Nighfall. That’s where he meets Carina on opening night. She is his mate, but will she be his little girl also? When Carina finds out that Marcus is a vampire, she has all of these misconceptions from Hollywood about vampires. While outside forces try to tear them apart will their love be strong enough to endure?

[Martha Lindblom · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just finished reading this book and my mind is still trying to figure out what just happened.
This is the vampire story I was expecting. I was thinking like Carina was in the beginning. These vampires are not anything like the movies we watched growing up.
This book will leave you speechless and you will enjoy it
I will not tell you about this book because you need to enjoy the newfound vampires.

[Pat · Rating 5 out of 5]

A new collaboration and a new series - and it works! As with all of Pepper's books, it is first and foremost a DD/lg story, but with a twist - Daddy is a 2000 year old vampire. Suspend what you "know" about vampires and just enjoy the story and the characters. Perhaps the best part about writing in the vampire genre is the ability to make it your own, and the team does just that- I look forward to future books in the series and hearing more about the vampire society/clan.

[Gladys · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an awesome book and wow; does it get this new series off to one terrific start! Marcus and Carina were great characters. The pacing is fast, the steam lush and the feelings rich. This kinky PNR reads smoothly and easily pulls you into this new world, all while delivering the swoon and emotion to make you fall hard as your pulse races from the heat and the danger. Can't wait for book two.

[Angela Farley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Marcus
Nightfall Daddies Book 1
Marcus and Carina
This is a series starter and Did Not Disappoint!!!
I was instantly transported into the authors world of fantasy, Daddies and Vampires.
The writing was superb and easily got you into the book. I couldn't put it down even at 4am! Great characters and chemistry with sizzling spice and a solid storyline is a definite winner!!!

[Brina · Rating 5 out of 5]

A new spin on vampires that I absolutely love! It made the reading experience more enjoyable since it wasn't the same thing everyone else is doing. I feel like this author collaboration has been in the making for years. Now that it has come to fruition, I'm hoping there will be more to come other than just this series. I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[DesiRee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Marcus is the first book in the nightfall daddies series!
Marcus has been search for his little for centuries and finally at the opening of the nightfall club she appears and sparks start instantly but there is a threat to the club Marcus is dealing with and almost looses his little. Now she must decide to be with her daddy vamp or remain human!!!

[Kristina Pernice · Rating 5 out of 5]

I never believed I would be into books that included vampires drinking blood but this book pulled me in and had me hooked. These two will have more than a lifetime together and will enjoy every moment along the way. Happy Reading.

Mr. North I am so glad you joined in on writing with Mrs. North.

[Sassy Southern Book Blog · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story jumped right in, there was no warm up for this couple. Marcus is the kind to take what he wants and make sure you enjoy every second of it. Carina was sweet. Can wait to see what happens in the next book of series . There were some aspects that I did not totally love but it kept me entertained. Curious to see what happens in next series if it will draw me in more!- Tasha

[Carolina · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a start to a new series. I never knew I needed this kind of Daddy to read about. The relationship is very sweet but the story around it is darker. I am already imagining which other Daddies will find their mate.

[Patricia Lord · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a start to a new series. Marcus is a strong, gruff Daddy Vampire and Carina is a sweet, playful, spunky and smart.. their relationship is sweet but also dark with blood, gut and gore. With all of that put together you have a very great story that you can't put down.

[Beth Beck · Rating 5 out of 5]

An absolutely wonderful book. Love the characters and the world that was created by these two authors. It was just dark enough but had the happy ending I always want. This is definitely going to be one I read again and again.

[Liz Sadowsky · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great start to a sweet series! Just loved how Marcus and Carina’s worlds came together and joined them in their journey to love and forever happiness. There are a few twist and turns thrown in to keep you reading till the very end. Can’t wait for the next instalment!

[Shannon Bolton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great new series. Loved the club love the vampire vibe. Marcus was good with Carina. Took such care of her. Great characters can't wait for the next book in series to come out. Loved it so much!!!!

[Linda K · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great start to a new series by Pepper and her husband Robin. This series is on the darker side for Pepper and a new one for me, vampire daddies.
I really enjoyed Marcus and Carina’s story and a getting a glimpse at the other vampires. I can’t wait to read how they find their mates.